Eastridge Workforce Solutions is collaborating with a Salem, NH company that designs and manufacturer a range of life-critical protection systems, including solutions for military, first responders and other specialist users. Together we are searching for an IT System Administrator. Apply today to join an organization on a mission to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us!

Summary

The successful candidate will work independently, perform as a team leader and as a team member, and must be a quick learner, self-motivated, reliable, and able to balance multiple tasks simultaneously. The candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to manage stress in a professional manner. The candidate must be knowledgeable in computer security principles and policies, including the SSA, ECP, NIST SP 800-171, CMMC and FOCI. The candidate must have strong technical skills and be able to respond to off-hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for IT suppliers and their performance.
• Overseeing the annual IT budget and ensuring cost effectiveness.
• Monitoring daily operations, including server hardware, software, and operating systems.
• Coordinating technology installations, upgrades, and maintenance.
• Selecting and purchasing new IT services when necessary.
• Managing IT Service suppliers across the information systems so that they operate effectively.
• Assuring all IT activities are performed within the parameters of applicable laws, compliance standards, and regulations.
• Establish and maintain user accounts, profiles, access privileges, hardware and incident response to users.
• Evaluating technology risks in order to develop an appropriate business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Remaining up to date with advances in technology and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the technical definition of strategic plans and continuous improvement objectives with respect to each of the above.
• Create, review and maintain technical project documentation in line with APC standards and policies.
• Technical lead in the identification and selection of appropriate suppliers.
• Ensuring that all systems comply with the Business's policies in areas related to user authentication and data security.
• Knowledge with vulnerability scanning and auditing tools, and associated administrative processes.
• The role holder can expect occasionally to be asked to support other members of the team in areas that are outside of the primary remit of this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing IT service suppliers, IT infrastructure and services.
• Experience with computer networks, network administration, and network installation.
• Proficient in computer hardware, cabling installation and support, wireless technology applications and interface, and IT security.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows software, including Server, Office, and Exchange under GCC High and DOD requirements.
• Management and leadership skills.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible working hours.
• 5-10 years of related experience
• Familiarity with SAP/S4 Hana
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Advanced eDiscovery compliance tool
• Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)
• Organize a viable CMMC, NIST 800-171 and DFARS strategy to achieve cybersecurity certification & privacy objectives. 
• Assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in the implementation and compliance with the Facility Security Clearance (FCL) policies.
• Assist in the adherence to Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) regulations in particular NISPOM rule 32 CFR Part 117.
• Ability to maintain a Secret Personnel Security Clearance 

External Relationships

• Suppliers – this area manages some of the largest (in terms of annual costs) IT contracts. While this is a technical role, effective operational management of the suppliers in this area will be key.

Benefits

• Various Medical and Health benefits to choose from for you and your family in additional to professional development opportunities, all with a "Great Places To Work" culture.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds.

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